6 months agoYesterday the government announced new proposals for planning reform as part of its National Planning Policy Framework. What does this this mean for developers, buyers and lenders?
7 months agoThe economic geography of the UK is shifting. For decades, growth has been pulled towards the South East, with London dominating investment and innovation. Today, however, the picture is far more bala
7 months agoTax increases in last year’s Budget, continued cost of living increases together with global economic and geo-political uncertainty have contributed to what can be defined as a turbulent first 15 mo
8 months agoThe growing support for the Women in Home Building Programme is more than a positive headline. It marks a shift in how the industry sees itself and who it is built for. The way we build homes, and the
8 months agoAfter years of parliamentary chaos, Labour’s promise to support British businesses to drive the economy out of debt was welcome but, more than a year on, the gap between that promise and the reality
9 months agoThe Planning and Infrastructure Bill announced in January made developers across the country breathe a sigh of relief — cutting the red tape in building and streamlining processes so projects are no
9 months agoWhen it comes to commercial development, potential occupiers are often not great at predicting new or additional space, focussed instead on running their businesses.
9 months agoHave you heard of Basel 3.1? No? Well, neither had I. But this question was one I kept hearing whispered in hushed tones in the quiet corners of commercial real estate finance.
10 months agoMixed-use property is no longer a niche play, and instead is becoming one of the most compelling investment opportunities in the British property market.
11 months agoProperty development is not a uniform process. What works in one location might struggle in another. Planning frameworks can vary dramatically. Local infrastructure constraints may influence site viab
